How far is Wilkes-Barre, PA from Reading, PA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Wilkes-Barre and Reading is 62.94 miles (101.29 km).
Flight distance from Wilkes-Barre, PA to Reading, PA is 62.94 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 09 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 08 minutes to travel from Wilkes-Barre to Reading with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania to Reading, Pennsylvania is: 80.86 miles (130.13 km) by car.
Driving from Wilkes-Barre to Reading will take approximately 01 hours 47 minutes.
#1 Wilkes-Barre
County seat of Luzerne County, Pennsylvania, United States
| Population | 2908 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 41°14'45"N 75°52'53"W |
| Latitude | 41.2459100 |
| Longitude | -75.8813100 |
| Altitude | 163 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Reading
The fourth most populous city in Pennsylvania. It is located on the Schuylkill River in eastern Pennsylvania. Reading is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Reading Public Museum and the Reading Central Railroad.
| Population | 88217 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 40°20'8"N 75°55'37"W |
| Latitude | 40.3356500 |
| Longitude | -75.9268700 |
| Altitude | 93 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Reading: Penn Street (-75.926876,40.335365)
Estimated Travel Time Between Wilkes-Barre and Reading
The distance between Wilkes-Barre and Reading is 130 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 26 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Wilkes-Barre and Reading. The current time is 19:10:12.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02 hours 41 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02 hours 01 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01 hours 37 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01 hours 20 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01 hours 09 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 01 hours 04 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 01 hours 00 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 10.8 liters (2.85 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Wilkes-Barre and Reading.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Wilkes-Barre to Reading is $10.61 (diesel $13.6).
Pennsylvania gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.72 | $4.12 | $4.44 | $4.77 |
| Total | $10.61 | $11.76 | $12.67 | $13.6 |
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The average gas price (in Pennsylvania ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.717 (Diesel $4.767) /gallon. Last changed prices on April 24, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Wilkes-Barre and Reading (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
